2-Gbps Fibre Channel (FC) to
PCI-X Host Bus Adapters (HBAs)
QLA
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SANblade
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QLA2342L
2-
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HOST BUS ADAPTERS
FIBRE CHANNEL
4
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2
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Ease of Use
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Autonegotiation of Fibre Channel speed bit rate (1 Gbps or 2 Gbps)
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Easy detection of activities through an LED panel:
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Power
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Online
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Signal acquired
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Loss of synchronization
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Firmware error
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Automatic topology detection
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Quick start guide
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Persistent binding
Superior Scalability
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Concurrent support for SCSI and IP protocols
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Load balancing for optimized performance
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Simultaneous initiator and target mode support
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Local and remote management
Enhanced Reliability
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Unique, single-integrated Fibre Channel controller for added reliability and optimum
performance
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HBA and LUN level failover
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LUN masking
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Loopback and read/write buffer tests
Why QLOGIC?
Designed and deployed by major server and storage
OEMs, the QLogic SANblade QLA2342 and QLA2342L host bus
adapters (HBAs) offer two independent channels of 2-Gbps Fibre
Channel combined with 64-bit, 133-MHz PCI-X. Enabling double IOps
with only one PCI/PCI-X slot, the QLA2342 and QLA2342L eliminate
traditional host bottlenecks that impede the high performance of
2-Gbps Fibre Channel. This union of the fastest I/O and host
technologies creates the perfect balanced solution.
Cost Effective.
These HBAs are based on unique, single-chip fibre
channel controller architecture from QLogic. For a powerful, scalable
solution that maximizes bandwidth and PCI/PCI-X slot usage while
maintaining a cost-effective price per port, the QLA2342 is the
ultimate choice.
If you are looking for low-profile boards for 1U and 2U servers, the
QLA2342L, a low-profile version of the QLA2342, is the perfect fit.
Leading Single Chip Integration.
The QLA2342/2342L uniquely
integrates a RISC processor, a Fibre protocol engine, and transceivers
into a single, efficient FC controller chip that increases reliability and
performance by lowering CPU utilization.
Broad OEM Acceptance.
The QLA2342/2342L HBA is validated by
every major OEM including Dell, EMC, HDS, HP, IBM, and Sun. The
QLA2342/2342L extensive certification from major server and
storage manufacturers makes it the perfect choice for multiplatform
requirements.
Simplified Setup.
Point-and-click installation and configuration
wizards simply the HBA setup process. Storage administrators can
quickly deploy HBAs across a SAN using standard HBA management
tools and device utilities. The QLA2342/42L is also fully compatible
with industry standard application programming interfaces (APIs),
including SNIA HBA API and SMI-S, thereby allowing administrators
to manage QLogic HBAs using third-party software applications.
Proven Architecture.
The QLA2342/2342L architecture is the result
of more than 15 years of progressive development and testing.
Proven architecture from QLogic delivers higher overall reliability and
enables advanced functionality with its single-chip integration,
placing QLogic years ahead of its competitors. The QLA2342/2342L
also has proven interoperability with all major software applications,
hardware platforms, and operating systems.
The Bottom Line.
Driving the standard for interoperability with
extensive FC testing in SAN environments, you can feel confident in
choosing the QLogic solution.
